The Long Island Weight Loss Institute fell victim to a ransomware attack allegedly conducted by the threat actor qilin, resulting in compromised sensitive patient data. The incident underscores the growing cybersecurity risks faced by healthcare providers in the US. #UnitedStates
Incident Details
- Victim: Long Island Weight Loss Institute
- Country: US
- Actor: qilin
- Source: http://ijzn3sicrcy7guixkzjkib4ukbiilwc3xhnmby4mcbccnsd7j2rekvqd.onion/site/view?uuid=724324d2-6978-3741-9aee-4970717e9ec6
- Discovered: 2025-10-19 04:14:11.821505
- Published: 2025-10-19 00:00:00.000000
Information
- Long Island Weight Loss Institute is a medical clinic specializing in weight loss.
- Offers physician-supervised weight loss programs.
- Focuses on treating the whole person rather than just weight.
- Provides individualized support tailored to each patient’s needs.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "qilin". I cannot confirm the accuracy of the information. However, I would be happy to share any official statement from the affected organization to provide clarification.